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NHL draft: Penn State's Gavin McKenna selected No. 1 overall by Toronto Maple Leafs - WTAE
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· June 27, 2026
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Key takeaway Penn State's Gavin McKenna was chosen as the top pick.
In the NHL draft, a notable selection was made. Penn State's Gavin McKenna was chosen as the top pick. The Toronto Maple Leafs selected McKenna as their first overall choice.
This significant draft decision has been reported by various news outlets. Further details about the draft and McKenna's selection can be found through news sources such as WTAE, which covered the NHL draft and McKenna's achievement.
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Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: Google News - Minneapolis ·
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